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Pedal to the Mettle (599)

Full Battle! Paul VS Ash!

It is time for the battle between Paul & Ash. After finding out Ash managed to do what he and his brother could not, Paul is eager to show his strength against Ash in this battle. It is a full 6 on 6 battle. Will Ash be able to show Paul that his way of training is the best, or will Paul destroy Ash and his team?

I love how official they made this battle seem. Full battles are obviously a big deal in the anime.

I'll just copy and paste my opinion from another forum.

I'm just shaking from excitement of the suspense of the battle, who's going to win and who's not going to win. Gliscor did pretty good nearly knocked out Torterra, and it was a lot stronger then when it first practice battled when Torterra was trying to show Grotle it's strategy.

Staraptor doesn't disappoint it took what looked like a stone edge and almost fainted but managed to knock out Weavile, which really is sort of a shame since Weavile hasn't done all that much. But go Staraptor.

Honchkrow vs Grotle, I'm a bit peeved Grotle lost a bit more easily than when it evolved from a Turtwig. But I have to commend Paul's strategy, using Electabuzz's light screen to prevent Grotle from using Energy Ball was an impressive strategy.

I'm with Mudkip. I was hoping Grotle would get revenge. Still, at least it shows Hunchkrow is still bad*ss. And Yeah, it seems like Paul is in control in this battle. When he swaps out, it seems to be strategic, whereas Ash seems to be swapping to keep his pokemon from fainting.

Staraptor doesn't disappoint it took what looked like a stone edge and almost fainted but managed to knock out Weavile, which really is sort of a shame since Weavile hasn't done all that much. But go Staraptor.

If what dman said is true, then that shows Paul's at least a halfway decent strategist. Why the writers have to ruin that by forcing all these powerhouse Pokemon on him is beyond me. Still, if it comes down to strategy, Ash has proven time and again that he has the right head for strategy that has helped his weaker Pokemon gain an edge over stronger opponents, so I'd give this battle to Ash. Actually, I'd give it to him anyway, since a loss would prompt Paul to bring out much stronger reserves for the League. Aggron, anybody?

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I'm disappointed because of Grotle. It seems it got weaver after evolving instead of the contrary. I don't think it has done something impressive and it's sad since it's a good pokemon, with great moves and potential. I wanted it to win here.

I'm happy because they keep developing Staraptor's strength and I think along with Chimchar Staraptor has been the most consistent. After getting trashed always at the beginning to always getting its share of wins in battles.

After this episode I'm pretty sure Honchkrow has been Ash's team biggest threat.

After watching the episode I must say I have mixed feelings. But something I noticed after comparing next weeks preview to today's episode is that Ash will most likely only defeat 2 of Pauls Pokemon. Being Weavile and Ursaring (And Monferno might take down Electabuzz). Its safe to say Monferno and Electabuzz have some sort of rivalry going on. But yea thats my take on the episode.

I'm probably missing something here as I've not seen the episode yet, but why is everyone so impressed as Paul using Light Screen to stop Energy Ball? Nobody was bothered with Professor Nanba used Light Screen to stop Pikachu and Sparky's Thunderbolts back in Johto.

Awesome Staraptor! youre doing an impressive job lately.
I didn't expect Gliscor to be that strong against Torterra but good Ash you treat your pokemon very well.
Grotle didn't deserve to lose but what can i say! it is Ash mistake.

I think Night Slash is white glowing attack, did they change it in this episode or what?

Good start to the battle, nice to a sort of rivalry between Grotle and Honchkrow and Weavile looked amazing with Night Slash, can't wait for next week.

I don't use "uber" Pokemon , I don't calculate stat values, I don't use cheating devices, I don't breed my way to perfection, and I don't care about natures. I catch my Pokemon the way they are, and treat them like individuals instead of brainless drones. If you use this philosophy, copy & paste this into your signature. (Started by Tyranitar)